1999 SUZUKI BALENO trunk

60G-74E

BEFORE DRIVING

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM

Other Controls (if equipped)
KEYS

60G-50-001E

Remote keyless entry system is installed in

your vehicle. The general features of keyless

entry system are;

1. Remote lock/arming and remote unlock/

disarming.

2. Doors/trunk/bonnet protection.

3. Doors/trunk/bonnet open signal.

4. Personal protection alarm.

5. Mute lock/unlock.

6. Starter immobiliser.

7. Permanent siren chirp enable/disable

(programmable mode).

8. Two stage shock/impact sensor

(programmable mode).

9. Emergency disarm by personalised

PINCODE (programmable mode).

10. Car locator

11. Flashing LE.D.

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Initially the system is programmed in factory

default. The features operative in factory

default are;

1. Remote lock/arming and remote unlock/

disarming.

2. Doors/trunk/bonnet protection.

3. Doors/trunk/bonnet open signal while

locking/arming.

4. Personal protection alarm.

5. Starter immobiliser.

6. Mute lock/unlock.

7. Permanent siren chirp enable/disable.

8. Emerging disarm by personalised

PINCODE.

9. Car locator.

10. Flashing LE.D.

The system can always be programmed back

to factory default for restoration of original

setting of the system.

For more detail and warranty condition, please

refer to the Owner's Manual of "Maruti Mobile

Security".
70F-01-003

Your vehicle comes with a pair of identical keys.

Keep the spare key in a safe place.

One key can open all of the locks on the vehicle.

The key identification number is stamped on a

metal tag provided with the keys. Keep

the tag in a safe place. If you lose your

keys, you will need this number to have

new keys made. Write the number down

and keep it in a safe accessible place away from

the vehicle.

NOTE:

Keep the spare key very carefully. When it

is lost, consult your dealer by quoting key number.

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BEFORE DRIVING
60G-74E

DOOR LOCKS

60G-03-003

Ignition Key Reminder (if equipped)

A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind you

to remove the ignition key if it is in the ignition

switch when the driver's door is opened.
72F-03-002E

To lock a front door from outside the

vehicle:

a) Insert the key fully and turn the top of

the key toward the front of the vehicle,

or

b) Push in the lock knob down and hold

the door handle up as you close the

door.

To unlock a front door from outside the

vehicle, insert the key fully and turn the top

of the key toward the rear of the vehicle.

To lock a rear door from outside the vehicle,

push in the lock knob down and close the

door.
60G-03-004E

To lock a door from inside the vehicle, push

the lock knob down. Pull the lock knob up to

unlock the door.

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Always lock all doors when driving.

Locking the door prevents occupants

from being thrown from the vehicle in

the event of an accident. It also helps

prevent unintentional opening of the

doors.

60G-74E

BEFORE DRIVING

72F-03-002E

Central door locking system (if equipped)

You can lock and unlock all the side doors and

simultaneously by using the key in the driver's

door lock or the front passenger's door lock.
60G-03-006E

You can also lock or unlock all the side

doors by depressing the right or left of the

switch ©, respectively.

NOTE:

• Moving the lock knob on each door locks

or unlocks that door only.

• Be sure to hold the door handle up when

you close a locked front door, or the door

will not remain locked.
60G-03-005

Child-Proof Locks (if equipped)

As illustrated, a child-proof lock is provided

for both rear doors. When the lock lever is

down, position ©, the child proof lock is

activated, and when up, in position © the

child-proof lock is deactivated, when the

child-proof lock is activated, the rear door

cannot be opened from the inside even if

the inside door lock is unlocked but can be

opened from the outside.

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BEFORE DRIVING
80G-74E

70F-01-008E

Trunk (Boot) Ud

To unlock the lid, insert the key and turn it

clockwise. You can also unlock the lid by pulling

the release lever located on the outboard side

of the driver's seat.
60G-03-007E

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Be sure to place the child-proof lock

in the locked position whenever

children are seated in the rear.

CAUTION

Do not use the key to lift up the lid,

or the key may break off In the lock.

Always make sure that the trunk lid Is

closed and latched securely. Closing

the lid completely helps to prevent

exhaust gases from entering the car.

Do not keep the trunk lid open for a long

time, or the battery will discharge.

60G-74E
INSTRUMENT PANEL

60G-05-024

Dehumidifying

Push in the A/C button, and the desired

function button and move the air intake lever

to "FRESH AIR", the temperature control lever

to the desired temperature position, and the

fan switch to the desired fan speed position.

NOTE:

Because the air conditioner dehumidifies the

air, turning it on will help keep the windows

clear, even when blowing heated air using the

DEMIST or HEATER & DEMIST functions.
60G-05-025

NOTE:

There are two types of air conditioning

systems used in MARUTI vehicles. One type

uses refrigerant CFC-12, commonly called R-

12; the other type uses the new refrigerant

HFC-134a, commonly called R-134a. For each

system, the correct refrigerant must be used.

To identify the system, a label that states

"R134a" or "HFC 134a" is stuck on the front

side of the engine compartment if the system

uses R-134a refrigerant.
CAUTION

Using the wrong refrigerant may

damage the air conditioning system.

Use correct refrigerant only. Do not mix

the two refrigerants.

60G-74E
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

Parking Brake Lever 6-1

Pedals 6-2

Gear Lever 6-2

Fuel Filler Cap 6-3

Folding Rear Seats 6-4

Sun Visor 6-5

Interior Light Switch 6-5

Assist Grips 6-5

Bonnet 6-6

Cup Holder (if equipped) 6-7

Tyre Changing Tools 6-7

Luggage Compartment Trim 6-8

Trunk (Boot) Light 6-8

Front Seat Back Pocket (if equipped) 6-9

Rear spoiler with Stop lamp (if equipped) 6-9

Alloy Wheels (if equipped) 6-9

Power Antenna (if equipped) 6-10

Leather Cover (if equipped) 6-10

High Mount Stop Lamp 6-10

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60G-74E
INSTRUMENT PANEL

60G-05-024

Dehumidifying

Push in the A/C button, and the desired

function button and move the air intake lever

to "FRESH AIR", the temperature control lever

to the desired temperature position, and the

fan switch to the desired fan speed position.

NOTE:

Because the air conditioner dehumidifies the

air, turning it on will help keep the windows

clear, even when blowing heated air using the

DEMIST or HEATER & DEMIST functions.
60G-05-025

NOTE:

There are two types of air conditioning

systems used in MARUTI vehicles. One type

uses refrigerant CFC-12, commonly called R-

12; the other type uses the new refrigerant

HFC-134a, commonly called R-134a. For each

system, the correct refrigerant must be used.

To identify the system, a label that states

"R134a" or "HFC 134a" is stuck on the front

side of the engine compartment if the system

uses R-134a refrigerant.
CAUTION

Using the wrong refrigerant may

damage the air conditioning system.

Use correct refrigerant only. Do not mix

the two refrigerants.

60G-74E
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

Parking Brake Lever 6-1

Pedals 6-2

Gear Lever 6-2

Fuel Filler Cap 6-3

Folding Rear Seats 6-4

Sun Visor 6-5

Interior Light Switch 6-5

Assist Grips 6-5

Bonnet 6-6

Cup Holder (if equipped) 6-7

Tyre Changing Tools 6-7

Luggage Compartment Trim 6-8

Trunk (Boot) Light 6-8

Front Seat Back Pocket (if equipped) 6-9

Rear spoiler with Stop lamp (if equipped) 6-9

Alloy Wheels (if equipped) 6-9

Power Antenna (if equipped) 6-10

Leather Cover (if equipped) 6-10

High Mount Stop Lamp 6-10

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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENTS

60G-74E

CUP HOLDER (if equipped)
TYRE CHANGING TOOLS

60G-06-007

3)
Continue to lift up the bonnet until it is high

enough to support with the prop rod.

Make sure the bonnet Is fully closed

and latched before driving. If it is not,

it can fly up unexpectedly during

driving, obstructing your view and

resulting in an accident.
60G-06-008

To use the cup holder, pull it out fully. After

using the holder, push it back in.

Do not use the cup holder to hold cups

containing hot liquids, or objects other

than cups. Objects in the cup holder

may be thrown about during a sudden

stop or impact, and could cause

personal injury.
60G-06-009

The jack, wheel wrench and jack crank are

stowed in the luggage compartment behind

the rear seat.

To remove the jack, turn its shaft

counterclockwise and pull the jack out of the

storage bracket. To stow the jack, place it in

the storage bracket and turn the shaft

clockwise until the jack is securely held in

place.

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60G-74E
OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM TRUNK (BOOT) LIGHT (if equipped)

Luggage or other cargo placed in the luggage

compartment are hidden from view by a

luggage compartment trim.

Do not carry items on top of the

luggage compartment trim, even if they

are small and light. Objects on top of

the trim could be thrown about In an

accident, causing injury, or could

obstruct the driver's rear view.

60G-06-010
6OG-O6-O11

The jack should be used only to change

wheels. It is important to read the

jacking Instructions in the

EMERGENCY SERVICE section of this

manual before attempting to use the

jack.
When you open the trunk (boot) lid, the trunk

(boot) light comes on and remains on as

long as you keep the lid open.

Do not leave the boot (trunk) lid open

for a long time, or the battery will

discharge.

After using the jack, jack crank and

wheel wrench, be sure to stow them

securely or they can cause injury if an

accident occurs.

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60G-74E
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

60G-09-033

60G-09-034

60G-09-035

Rear combination light (tail, stop, turn Registration plate tight Trunk (boot) light (if equipped)

signal, etc.) Undo the two screws and remove the light Turn the lens counterclockwise and pull it off.

Undo the screws that secure the housing and housing.

remove the housing by sliding in the direction

of the white arrow in the illustration.

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

60G-74E

WIPER BLADES

60G-09-036

High mount stop light

Trust this replacement job to your authorized

MARUTI dealer.
70F-07-059

If the wiper blades become brittle or damaged,

or make streaks when wiping, replace the

wiper blades.

To install new wiper blades, follow the

procedure below.

CAUTION

To avoid scratching or breaking the

window, do not let the wiper arm strike

the windshield while replacing the

wiper blade.
NOTE:

Some wiper blades may be different from the

ones described here depending on vehicle

specifications. If so consult your MARUTI

dealer for proper replacement method.

The left and the right wiper arm

assemblies are different from each

other. In case you have to remove the

wiper arm assemblies for any reason,

remember not to interchange the two

while fitting them back. Wrong fitment

may lead to windshield breakage.

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